For a wedding with 175 guests in the Chicago IL, the estimated total cost is around $46,355 - $56,657. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Chicago IL is approximately $294. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $46,355 - $56,657.
The average wedding cost in Chicago IL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $46,355 - $56,657 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Libertyville IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $383 - $469. This represents about 0.8% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $428 - $524.
In Libertyville IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,350 - $2,872. This represents about 5.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,319 - $4,057 |
7.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$383 - $469 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$158 - $193 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$428 - $524 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,350 - $2,872 |
5.1% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Chicago IL is $565 - $691. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Chicago IL area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$565 - $691 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$565 - $691 |
1.2% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Chicago IL is $257 - $314. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.6% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$257 - $314 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$108 - $132 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$93 - $113 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$56 - $68 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,472 - $1,800, which is 3.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Chicago IL area is $991 - $1,211.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,472 - $1,800 |
3.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$991 - $1,211 |
2.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$482 - $589 |
1.0% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Chicago IL, you should budget approximately $16,099 - $19,677, which is about 34.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$16,099 - $19,677 |
34.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,630 - $3,214 |
5.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,107 - $6,241 |
11.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,384 - $7,802 |
13.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,979 - $2,419 |
4.3% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,780 - $3,398. This accounts for roughly 6.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,780 - $3,398 |
6.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$492 - $602 |
1.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$214 - $262 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$598 - $730 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$630 - $770 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$448 - $548 |
1.0% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,023 - $1,251.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,023 - $1,251 |
2.2% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$108 - $132 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$198 - $242 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$474 - $580 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$243 - $297 |
0.5% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $969 - $1,185. This is approximately 2.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$969 - $1,185 |
2.1% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$174 - $212 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$72 - $88 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$231 - $283 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$93 - $113 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$163 - $199 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$118 - $144 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$119 - $145 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,181 - $1,443, which is about 2.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 2) is estimated at $711 - $869, which is about 1.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$7,095 - $8,671 |
15.3% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,203 - $6,359 |
11.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,181 - $1,443 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$711 - $869 |
1.5% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Chicago IL area is $244 - $298. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$244 - $298 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$244 - $298 |
0.5% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $795 - $971.
| Other Events Cost |
$795 - $971 |
1.7% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$795 - $971 |
1.7% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$429 - $525 |
0.9% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Chicago IL spend between $5,798 - $7,086 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 12.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Chicago IL with 175 guests spend between $2,327 - $2,845 on wedding photography, which is about 5.0% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Chicago IL is $1,990 - $2,432. This makes up a portion of your (4.3%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,798 - $7,086 |
12.5% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$255 - $311 |
0.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$356 - $436 |
0.8% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$397 - $485 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$473 - $578 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,327 - $2,845 |
5.0% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,990 - $2,432 |
4.3% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Chicago IL is estimated to be $1,858 - $2,270. This service accounts for 4.0% of your total budget.
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Chicago IL is estimated to be $3,209 - $3,922. This service accounts for 6.9% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$5,066 - $6,192 |
10.9% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,858 - $2,270 |
4.0% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,209 - $3,922 |
6.9% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $444 - $542.
| Transportation Cost |
$444 - $542 |
1.0% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$444 - $542 |
1.0% |